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Destructive ‘downburst’ made its impact obvious – downed trees, wrecked boats, lost power

by Gillian Graham and Megan Gray July 11, 2018July 12, 2018

Tuesday’s fierce storm left a narrow path strewn with debris, including an estimated $100,000 in damaged equipment at the Portland Community Rowing Association.

Evo chef Matt Ginn wins ‘Chopped’ episode, $10,000

by Staff report July 10, 2018July 10, 2018

The episode showcasing mushrooms aired on Tuesday night.

Maine, News, Schools and Education

Maine Girls’ Academy says it’s $250,000 in debt but supporters still aim to keep it open

by Noel K. Gallagher July 10, 2018July 11, 2018

Expected tuition revenue would not cover costs next year, officials say at a meeting, but alumnae are pursuing ways to keep the state’s only all-girls school running.

Maine

Crash at Gray Road near Turnpike entrance snarls traffic

by Matt Byrne July 10, 2018July 10, 2018

The crash was reported shortly before noon Tuesday, but was at first erroneously reported to be on the Maine Turnpike. Highway traffic was unaffected.

Maine, Politics

Jeff Sessions to visit Portland on Friday to discuss opioid crisis with law enforcement

by Matt Byrne July 10, 2018July 11, 2018

The U.S. attorney general is expected to talk about the drug epidemic with local law enforcement authorities in a meeting hosted by the U.S. Attorney for the District of Maine.